Legendary saxophonist Hans Dulfer is back!
On Koningsdag, Monday April 27, 2026, the Saskia Laroo Band delivers an electrifying closing concert of the Royal Jazz Festival at Bullekerk Cultureel Centrum in Zaandam. Special guest Hans Dulfer (tenor sax) joins the band once again for a high-energy set packed with jazz, funk, grooves, and fearless improvisation.
This performance marks the 5th consecutive year that the Saskia Laroo Band headlines the Royal Jazz Festival. Previous editions featured special guests such as Benjamin Herman (2022), Ronald Snijders (2023), Hans Dulfer (2024) and Joseph “Mr. Defunkt” Bowie (2025) — making this Koningsdag edition a true festival tradition.
Expect deep grooves, fiery solos, and an uplifting Koningsdag vibe — with free entrance.
Date: Monday, April 27, 2026 (Koningsdag) Time: 16:30 Venue: Bullekerk Cultureel Centrum Westzijde 75, Zaandam, The Netherlands Entrance: Free
Line-up:
Saskia Laroo – trumpet, sax, vocals Warren Byrd – keys, vocals, bongos MC Complex – rap & vocals Maarten Russchen – guitar Oeds Bouwsma – bass Willem Smid – drums Special guest: Hans Dulfer – tenor saxophone
A Koningsdag jazz highlight with a legendary guest — don’t miss it.